Red Rebel performance group lead silent three-day pilgrimage to COP26

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/27/2021 - 3:21pm

The 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties ( COP26 ) will be hosted in Glasgow on 31 October – 12 November 2021. International leaders will come together to act against climate collapse.

The Red Rebel Brigade is a theatrical, apolitical performance group that raises awareness of ecological and political crises through peaceful, silent processions . Countrywide, hundreds of Red Rebels sound the warning through art and movement. Group members wear red, representing the danger of the climate crisis and its impact on humanity.

In the run up to COP26, Red Rebel...

The Importance of Understanding Your Customers

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 10/27/2021 - 12:47pm

In order for you to be able to achieve the desired success with your marketing strategies, you need precise knowledge of the decision-making processes and needs of your potential customers. The more detailed the picture of your customer, the better marketing strategies can be tailored to them. But what exactly is a buyer persona and how can you effectively take it into account in everyday work?

Difference between a buyer persona and a target audience

A target group represents all potential customers whom you would like to address with a marketing campaign. It is, so to speak, a...

Avoid Halloween ‘sight-mare’ from novelty contact lenses

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 10/27/2021 - 12:37pm

WANNABE witches, warlocks, black cats and devils in Devon are being urged to avoid using spooky novelty contact lenses that could harm their eyes this Halloween.

An increasingly popular trend at this time of year is for people to wear coloured novelty contact lenses – but not knowing how to wear or care for them can also result in numerous eye conditions.

This includes red eye, infections and scratches, as well as more serious complications that can, in severe cases, lead to sight loss.

Giles Edmonds, Specsavers clinical services director, says: ‘Halloween...

Disney On Ice, Moana, Maui

Disney On Ice is back

Authored by Marc Astley
Posted: Wed, 10/27/2021 - 11:04am

After tickets were snapped up fast by excited families across the UK, Disney On Ice has added Exeter to its upcoming tour.

Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero will now be at the Westpoint Arena from the 11th – 14th November 2021.

Audiences will discover what it truly means to be a hero as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse and friends from around the Disney Kingdom come together to take families on a journey through timeless tales when Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero skates into the UK.

Featuring more than 50 Disney characters this production includes something...

Devonshire Homes raises £5,000 for charity at popular Golf Day

West Country house builder Devonshire Homes has raised an incredible £5,000 for its 2021 charity partner, William Wates Memorial Trust.

Devonshire Homes welcomed guests from across the housing and construction sector to its biennial Charity Golf Day at Dainton Park Golf Club in Newton Abbot. Teams of four enjoyed a day on the green which included 18-holes and a variety of competitions such as the longest drive, challenge the Pro and nearest to the pin. The team representing electrical contractor Clarkson Evans came out on top, winning the prestigious Devonshire Homes Charity Golf...

South West Law Firm praised for client service in independent legal guide

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 10/27/2021 - 10:06am

One of the South West’s leading law firms has been praised for its expertise, experience and high level of client service in the latest edition of an independent guide to the legal profession.

Employee-owned law firm, Stephens Scown LLP, has confirmed its position as a regional heavyweight with another strong performance in the Chambers & Partners’ UK 2022 guide. The firm has ranked in 16 sections of the prestigious guide, with three teams and six of the firm’s lawyers receiving the highest Band 1 ranking, and several clients citing client service as one of Stephens Scown’s...

Exeter Christmas Hamper Project urgently seeks premises for its launch

An Exeter Church which is looking to pack hundreds of Christmas Hampers for people in need across the city, is urgently seeking a premises to make the project a reality.

Rediscover Church in Northernhay Street, Exeter, has, for the last 6 years, put together Hampers packed full of food to give out to individuals, families and couples across Exeter. Those recipients have often included those who are struggling with finances at the moment, particularly during the festive time when there can be many strains on bank accounts, causing much stress, anxiety and worry.

The...

A.J's Big Band with special guests The Liberty Sisters.

Event Date: 
07/11/2021 - 3:00pm
Venue: 
Pavilions, Teignmouth

The South West's premier big band, now into it's thirty fifth year, is delighted to be returning to Teignmouth for an afternoon performance of swing and jazz classics.

The packed two-set programme, with memories of the golden years of the big bands, will be a very special event.

High on the agenda is the band's new vocalist, Jaqs Price-Hughes, whose vibrant style brings an exciting dimension to the music scene.

The ever popular Liberty Sisters are joining the concert, as A.J.s guests. Ruby, Dolly and Rose's smooth blend of close harmony vocals is perfect for...

Justine Focone takes over at The HR Dept

A human resources expert has ambitious plans to develop business around Devon as the new owner of a franchise in Plymouth, Torbay and South West Devon.

Based out of offices in The Crescent in Plymouth, Justine Focone has taken the step of setting up her own business after more than 20 years of working in corporate HR.

She has taken over The HR Dept in two territories of Plymouth and also Torbay and SW Devon, providing outsourced advice and practical support to small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the neighbouring areas.

The HR Dept is an international...

Digital Marketing in the Age of Instagram

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Tue, 10/26/2021 - 11:18pm

Gone are the days when business marketing was done mainly through print media and television. The internet has taken over, and traditional marketing has now made way for Social Media marketing with the support of such agencies as Blink , for example. The popularity of platforms like Instagram has changed the way businesses and clients interact with each other. The online shift of effective communication channels, both personal and professional, has led to more dynamic marketing work. The transition has neither been sudden nor has been an entirely smooth one. Many professionals are still...

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